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At first, I spend about four hours a day writing. Toward the end of a book, I spend up to 16 hours a day on it, because
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"At first, I spend about four hours a day writing. Toward the end of a book, I spend up to 16 hours a day on it, because all I want to do is make it good and get it done"

- Tracy Kidder

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This quote by Tracy Kidder talks with the devotion and hard work that goes into creating a publication. At the beginning of the composing procedure, Kidder invests four hours a day on it, however as guide nears conclusion, he invests up to 16 hrs a day on it. This shows that he is willing to put in the extra effort to see to it the book is of the best quality which it is finished in a timely fashion. This quote additionally speaks with Kidder's enthusiasm for creating and also his commitment to creating the most effective work possible. It is clear that Kidder takes his craft seriously and agrees to place in the moment and initiative to see to it his books are of the best quality.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Tracy Kidder somewhere between December 12, 1945 and today. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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